Man accused of abducting and raping woman in Partick

A man is to stand trial charged with the abduction and rape of a woman in his home.

Yue Zhu is accused of carrying out the attack at the flat in Partick, Glasgow on March 30 2020.

The accusation includes claims the 28 year-old refused to let the woman leave the property, allegedly carried her into a bedroom, uttered threats and punched her in the face.

His lawyer Jonathan Crowe pleaded not guilty on his behalf during a hearing at the High Court in Glasgow today.

Both Mr Crowe and prosecutor Stephanie Ross agreed a trial could be set.

Lady Scott fixed a trial which is expected to begin next May. The case could last up to four days.

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